A Word from Father Mullin
Christ is risen, Alleluia. He is risen indeed, Alleluia!
Old-time Catholics may remember the traditional prayer included as the Gospel Acclamation for today’s Mass:
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.
This Pentecost Sunday, my prayer for each of you, and for myself as well, is that the Holy Spirit will indeed fill our hearts and inspire us to a greater love for others, most especially for those in need among our brothers and sisters across our nation and around the world.
Fr. Tom Mullin
TuitionCare Program
The TuitionCare program, developed by the Foundation for Catholic Education, allows parishioners to redirect their PA state tax dollars in support of Catholic education and contribute to a tuition reduction grant for all Saint Elizabeth Parish School families.
For more information about TuitionCare and the PA EITC/OSTC tax credit programs, come out for an information night in the social hall this Wednesday, May 23, at 7:00 PM or go to the parish website (stelizabethparish.org).
Update on Parish Landscaping
Have you noticed the extensive planting of new trees, bushes, shrubs and flowers around the parish property in recent weeks? So what’s going on?
The construction of the new Columbia Pipe Line about two years ago entailed significant site disturbances along Fellowship Road and Pottstown Pike. The monies received by the parish in exchange for the right of access for the pipe line are being used to restore the parish landscape along the walking/bike trail, to replace some of the trees in the parking lot islands lost over the years and to add plantings in front of the education center and around the priests’ residence.
No additional parish funds have been spent on this project. Remember, too, that maintenance of the walking/bike trail remains the responsibility of Upper Uwchlan Township (not the parish).
Memorial Day Holiday
All parish offices will be closed on Sunday, May 27, and Monday, May 28, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. For those who want to start their holiday off in a prayerful way, Mass will be offered in church at 9:00 AM that Monday. Note that there is no Exposition on Monday, May 28. Happy Memorial Day!
Mass Intentions for the Week
May 19-20: Pentecost Sunday
Saturday, 5:30 PM- Mitchell Batt
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Harold Gibson, Jr.
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Eugene O’Malley (11th Ann)
Sunday, 11:30 AM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Monday, 7:30 AM- Josephine Spino/Gertrude Keating
Tuesday, 7:30 AM- George Foley
Wednesday, 7:30 AM- Miles & Charlotte Hannagan
Thursday, 7:30 AM- Elizabeth Sciallo (2nd Ann)
Friday, 7:30 AM- Mary Ann Markowski (90th Birthday)
Saturday, 8:30 AM- Susan Fanella (2nd Ann)
May 26-27: The Most Holy Trinity
Saturday, 5:30 PM- People of Saint Elizabeth
Sunday, 8:00 AM- Ralph Nelson (41st Ann)
Sunday, 9:30 AM- Regina & John Mc Cann
Sunday, 11:30 AM- Jim Bold
Readings: Deuteronomy 4/32-34, 39-40; Psalm 33; Romans 8/14-17; Matthew 28/16-20
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Please note that there is no Exposition on Memorial Day, May 28, nor on Labor Day, September 3. Between June 4 and August 27, Exposition will close at 4:30 PM.
Prayer Corner
Please pray for all those who are ill, including Paul Carachilo; Joseph Clark; Anna DePaol; Chiara Scotto Di Marco; Stephanie Hasaka; Jeannie Herman; Barbara Hieber; Jackson Higgins; Frieda Hoffmann; Karen Johnson; Virginia Luteran; Pietro Sano; Helen Shekalis and Theodore Vanderslice.
We also remember those who have died, including parishioner Gary Gabriele, husband of Cynthia Gabriele. May all our departed loved ones rest in peace!
RCIA News
RCIA Inquiry: "Our hearts are restless until they rest in you." – St. Augustine. All restless hearts are welcome to the RCIA Inquiry meetings. Contact Beth Riordan:
Vocation Discernment Program
Young men (ages 16-22) who are open to the call to the priesthood are invited to a "St. Andrew's Dinner" here at St. Elizabeth this Monday, May 21, at 6:30 PM. The evening consists of prayer, a casual and delicious dinner prepared by our Parish Vocations Committee, and conversation with priests and seminarians from the area. RSVP to
Parish School News
Rosary: All are invited to join our students and staff for the Holy Rosary this Monday, May 21, at 8:30 AM.
General Parent Meeting: Please join us for the general parent meeting this Wednesday, May 23, at 7:00 PM in the social hall. At the beginning of this meeting, representatives from the Foundation for Catholic Education will give an informational presentation about the TuitionCare program.
Choral and Band Concert: Come and hear some great music performed by our students at our spring choral and band concert this Tuesday, May 22, at 1:30 PM or 7:00 PM in the gym.
Don't Miss Out: We are already planning for a great 2018-2019 school year and we would like your family to be a part of it! Please contact Mrs. Liz Oulton (610-646-6540) to arrange for a tour and to pick up application materials.
Pastoral Outreach
Poor Box: The poor box recipient for May & June is Safe Harbor of Greater West Chester, an independent, nonprofit organization providing food, shelter, friendship, counseling and recovery opportunities to homeless men and women in Chester County. Information about Safe Harbor is provided at the poor boxes.
Casserole Collection: The casserole collection for Saint John's Hospice will continue over the summer on the weekends of June 9-10, July 7-8 and August 11-12. Please remember those who depend on one hot meal per day at Saint John's Hospice. What about your favorite casserole? Pans are available in the narthex.
Finding My Path in Stewardship
Do you want to contribute your time and talents to Saint Elizabeth Parish, but you don't know where to start? Let us help find the right fit for you. All you need to do is go to the parish website (www.stelizabethparish.org), click on "Get Involved" and follow the path "offer your Stewardship." When you find the group or ministry that works for you, fill out the form and you will be contacted by the leader of the ministry/committee.
FORMED - Online Faith Formation
Are you looking to get more out of Mass? Check out the new series: Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist on Formed. Find the biblical roots to the Eucharist and dive deeper into its role in the life of the Church and its members. To sign up for your free parish membership, go to STE.Formed.org and "register now." Enter your name, email address, create a password and you're in! Go to "Community" page to see Presence and other recommended titles.
Elementary Faith Formation
Thank you to our students and their families for making the Living Rosary and Crowning of Our Blessed Mother so beautiful this past week. What a wonderful close of a faith-filled year!
EFF Staff: We love and thank our EFF volunteers for making the year so amazing! We are now building our 2018-19 team and welcome all gifts and interests for a variety of positions. No experience needed - training is provided. Contact Beth Riordan, DRE, at briordan@ stelizabethparish.org; 610-646-6545.
Registration for 2018-2019: Registration for next year is now open, with a new online option! Go online to stelizabethparish.org or call 610-646-6545.
Stewardship Call for Liturgical Ministers
This is the time of year for the recruitment of new stewardship volunteers for parish liturgical ministries, including Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Readers of the Word, greeters and hospitality ministers, ushers and sound techs, and members of the Children's Liturgy of the Word team (CLOW).
Practical training will be provided to all new volunteers and our scheduling program is family friendly and allows for vacation or away times. For more info, contact Gen Miceli (610-646-6550 or gmiceli@ stelizabethparish.org).
Baptism News
The next session of Pre-Jordan II: A Call to Christian Parenting, will be held on Saturday, June 9, and the next session of Pre-Jordan I: Your Baby’s Baptism will be held on Saturday, July 14. Both programs begin at 10:30 AM. To register for a Pre-Jordan Program and/or to arrange for a baptism, call 610-321-1200.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
All children ages 4-7 are invited to join the procession during our 9:30 and 11:30 AM Masses and participate in Children's Liturgy of the Word. Adult and teen ministers lead them to pray, listen, share and respond to God's Word in a language they can understand.
Perhaps you would like to share your gifts with our children so that they may fully celebrate God's presence in their lives. To learn more about this rewarding ministry, contact Beth Riordan, DRE (610-646-6545;
Senior Adult Ministry (SAM)
Fun and Games: Game days will continue on the 4th Thursday of each month at 10:30 AM. Tickets are available for St. Joseph's Prime Time picnic on Wednesday, June 13, at 1:00 PM. Cost of the ticket is $10.00 and are available in the parish office.
If you would like to be put on the SAM mailing list, simply contact the parish services office (gmiceli@ stelizabethparish.org or 610-646-6550).
Parish Prayer Ministry
We are looking for parishioners who can commit a specific 30 minute time slot each Monday or who will be available to substitute as needed to pray before the Blessed Sacrament on behalf of the parish community. You can share a time commitment with a friend!
To offer your stewardship service as a member of the prayer ministry team, contact Mary Ann Nelson (
Youth Ministry News
For information about youth ministry at Saint Elizabeth, go to the home page of the parish website (www. stelizabethparish.org) or contact Ryan Schwalm (
High School Youth Group: meets weekly on Tuesday nights, 7:00-8:30 PM in the CLC.
Mission Trip: The HSYG is building homes and building lives this summer with Habitat for Humanity in Fort Wayne, Indiana on July 20-27. Two spots remain for this annual summer mission trip. Contact Ryan Schwalm for more information.
Cornerstone Worship, the Youth Ministry music group, welcomes middle school and high school musicians and singers. We meet on Mondays at 7:00 PM in the CLC.
Are you a web master? St. Elizabeth HSYG and MSYG are seeking help to create a vibrant website for youth ministry. Your talent will help to spread the word about all the amazing opportunities for youth to participate in their faith, the parish family and the wider community.
SEAM
CYO Soccer: Attention grades 5 to 8 soccer players! Registration is now open for CYO girls and boys soccer. Go to seamcyo.com to join the team and represent your parish! For more information, visit seamcyo.com or email
Financial Corner
Thank you for your consistent financial support of our parish community throughout the year.
Regular Collection for May5-6
Weekend Contributions: $21,869.50
[Amount of Loose Cash: $1,526.00]
Midweek & Auto-Giving: $22,789.00
Total Regular Collection: $44,658.50
Number of adult envelope contributions: 712
Auto-Giving: Parishioners can contribute to the regular collection on a weekly or monthly basis with direct debits or automatic withdrawals from your checking or savings account. More than 300 parishioners are already using Auto-Giving. To enroll, please call Sam Venuti in the parish business office (610-646-6515).
Knights of Columbus News
The Annual clothing drive on behalf of the St. Vincent de Paul Society will be held the weekend of June 2-3. Visit www.gogreendrop.com for more info.
Upcoming Meetings & Activities
For a complete schedule of upcoming meetings, parish activities and other events, check out the online parish bulletin at www.stelizabethparish.org.